Lesson 1: Sources of Law

What is the first objective of Lesson 1: Sources of Law?

• How laws are enforced

• Where laws come from

• The history of law

• The impact of laws on society

Which of the following is NOT an objective of Lesson 1: Sources of Law?

• How laws are made

• Types of laws

• How the law applies to you

• The role of lawyers in lawmaking

What will students learn about the laws in Lesson 1: Sources of Law?

• Why laws are necessary

• How to practice law

• How the law applies to you

• The punishment for breaking laws

What is the purpose of laws according to the image?

• To create conflict

• To help keep life safe and orderly

• To control education

• To regulate fashion

Which types of laws are mentioned in the image?

• Environmental, maritime, and space laws

• Criminal, business, and constitutional laws

• Health, safety, and privacy laws

• International, cyber, and property laws

According to the image, what levels of laws exist?

• Corporate, community, and family laws

• Federal, state, and local laws

• International, national, and regional laws

• School, workplace, and city laws

Where do laws come from?

• Documents

• Courts

• Legislative process

• Public opinion

What is the first step in the Federal Legislative Process?

• The bill is signed or vetoed by the president

• The bill is introduced as a bill to the Senate or House of Representatives

• The bill is voted on by the Supreme Court

• The bill is published in the Federal Register

After a bill is introduced, what is the next step in the Federal Legislative Process?

• It is signed by the president

• It is reviewed by the state governments

• It is voted on by both houses of Congress

• It is sent to the United Nations for approval

What is the final step in the Federal Legislative Process before a bill becomes law?

• The bill is returned to the original house for a second vote

• The bill is signed or vetoed by the president

• The bill is sent to the citizens for a public vote

• The bill is archived in the Library of Congress